Cold Brew Old-Fashioned
๐ฅโ Cold Brew Old-Fashioned
The Cold Brew Old-Fashioned is where classic cocktail culture meets bold specialty coffee flavor. ๐โจ
Inspired by the timeless Old-Fashioned cocktail, this coffee-forward version blends smooth cold brew with whiskey, bitters, and citrus for a rich, sophisticated drink perfect for evenings, dinner parties, or slow weekend sipping.
โBold coffee. Smooth whiskey. Timeless character.โ
๐ Quick Overview
- โ Drink Type: Coffee Cocktail
- ๐ฅ Spirit: Bourbon or Whiskey
- โ๏ธ Served: Cold
- โฑ๏ธ Prep Time: 5 Minutes
- ๐ Best For: Evening Coffee Cocktails
๐ฅ Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon or whiskey ๐ฅ
- 2 oz cold brew coffee โ
- 1/2 oz simple syrup ๐ฏ
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters โจ
- Large ice cube ๐ง
- Orange peel garnish ๐
๐ง Instructions
- Add whiskey, cold brew, simple syrup, and bitters into a mixing glass. ๐ฅโ
- Fill with ice and stir for 20โ30 seconds. ๐ง
- Pour over a large ice cube in a rocks glass.
- Express an orange peel over the drink and garnish. ๐
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
โ Flavor Profile
The Cold Brew Old-Fashioned delivers:
- ๐ซ dark chocolate richness
- ๐ฅ oak and caramel notes
- โ smooth cold brew depth
- ๐ bright citrus aroma
- โจ bittersweet finish
Using a chocolate-heavy or nutty coffee roast creates the best balance with bourbon or whiskey.
๐ Recommended Coffee Origins
These coffee regions pair exceptionally well in this cocktail:
- Brazil ๐ง๐ท
- Guji, Ethiopia ๐ช๐น
- Yirgacheffe ๐
๐ง Coffee Tips
- โ๏ธ Use freshly prepared cold brew for smoother flavor.
- ๐ฅ Higher-proof bourbon creates a stronger cocktail structure.
- ๐ง Large ice cubes melt slower and prevent dilution.
- ๐ Fresh orange peel dramatically improves aroma.
Cold brew coffee naturally contains lower perceived acidity than traditional iced coffee, making it ideal for spirit pairings.
๐ Recommended References
๐ Related Coffee Articles
- Espresso Martini
- World Coffee in Good Spirits Championship
- How to Make Cold Brew Coffee
- The Coffee Lexicon: Cold Brew
โ Final Thoughts
The Cold Brew Old-Fashioned is a refined coffee cocktail that combines the smooth depth of cold brew with the timeless elegance of whiskey. ๐ฅโ
Simple to make yet layered with flavor, itโs the perfect drink for coffee lovers looking to explore the darker, richer side of coffee cocktail culture.
